Wonkhe

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

There might be policy uncertainty, but degree apprenticeships are here to stay. MH&A founder and managing partner Matt Hamnett sets out what works in scaling delivery The post What’s next for degree apprenticeships? appeared first on Wonkhe.

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Degree Policy 321

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Social media’s evolution from a groundbreaking phenomenon to an everyday staple has generated widespread discourse on its role and influence in modern life. Notwithstanding the calls for its abolition by some critics, its ubiquity suggests that it is here to stay, necessitating a thoughtful approach to its application. Particularly interesting is the notable increase in social media interaction among everyone, including undergraduate students, during the COVID-19 pandemic, as documented i

Academia 114

Academia Learning Experience Environment Humanities 114

Wonkhe

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

The science of science policy is a new priority for government. But, as James Wilsdon explains, it is a mature discipline and a lot of important work is already under way The post Government adoption of metascience can make UK research work better and smarter appeared first on Wonkhe.

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Policy 226

The Guardian - Higher Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Results challenge assumption we eat highly processed foods because they are more desirable, says study’s author Ultra-processed foods are viewed as no more appealing than less processed foods, research has found. A University of Bristol study compared the taste perception of different food types to test the theory that calories and level of processing are key factors influencing how much we like and desire food.

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University Higher Education Education 88

Wonkhe

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

International students seem to get thrust into the policy spotlight every time the net migration figures arrive. But for Jim Campbell and Helen Atkinson, students’ and graduates’ voices should be at the centre of the conversation The post The Graduate route is about human stories, not just numbers appeared first on Wonkhe.

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Humanities Policy Students 199

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Social media’s evolution from a groundbreaking phenomenon to an everyday staple has generated widespread discourse on its role and influence in modern life. Notwithstanding the calls for its abolition by some critics, its ubiquity suggests that it is here to stay, necessitating a thoughtful approach to its application. Particularly interesting is the notable increase in social media interaction among everyone, including undergraduate students, during the COVID-19 pandemic, as documented i

Academia 78

Academia Learning Experience Environment Humanities 78

Wonkhe

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Public Sector Research Establishments get an unexpected day in the sun. But how do they relate to higher education? David Kernohan does some digging The post Is public sector research on the rise? appeared first on Wonkhe.

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Higher Education Education 172

University Business

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Picture this: You’re flying into San Jose International Airport, gliding past downtown San Jose. As you look out the window, you notice on top of a building a gold and blue emblem shining across the night sky reading “SJSU.” On the drive to your hotel or residence, the streets are bannered with spartan helmets, letting you know that you’re visiting not only San Jose but San Jose State University itself.

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Faculty University President University Students 52

Economics and Change in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

More than four months after the budget deadline, the Pennsylvania House and Senate on Wednesday approved level funding for Penn State and two of the commonwealth’s three other state-related universities. The bill was signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday, releasing more than $640 million in higher education appropriations. Penn State will receive a general appropriation of $242.1 million, unchanged from 2022-23 in general support, funds it uses to discount tuition for in-state students.

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University Higher Education College Education 45

College Viability

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Here is the link to College Viability's 2023 Top-Bottom report for Michigan PUBLIC Colleges and Universities

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College University 52

Economics and Change in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

The Iowa Board of Regents approved recommendations Thursday to eliminate all campuswide diversity, equity and inclusion efforts that are not required for universities to stay compliant with the law or accreditation standards. Last June, Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a law directing the board to review DEI efforts at Iowa’s public universities.

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Equity University Inclusivity 59